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MIIT moves to boost the sci-tech services industry

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What happened: On May 19, the industrial ministry (MIIT) and eight other bodies issued high-level policy guidance on accelerating the development of the science and technology services industry.
ICYDK: The sci-tech services industry comprises a diverse collection of businesses, including:

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